Kitna Deti Hai? 104 KMPL – The New Bajaj Platina ComforTec

The Hero Splendor has been the undisputed leader of commuter bike segment. However, Bajaj Auto Ltd has yet again tried to increase its market share by launching the new 2016 Bajaj Platina ComforTec. The new Platina model builds up on the Platina 100cc model. It is being promoted as a more comfortable motorcycle. The new Platina ComforTec is priced at Rs 43,193 (Ex-showroom, Maharashtra). Read on for more on the 2016 Bajaj Platina ComforTec Price, Mileage, and Specifications.

2016 Bajaj Platina ComforTec Mileage

Bajaj hasn’t yet revealed the technical specifications yet. However, Indian bike buyers have always been fuel mileage conscious. Hence, there’s no wonder Bajaj went ahead and revealed the fuel mileage figures first. As per the company, the new Platina ComforTec has a mileage of 104 KMPL! With such high mileage figures, the 2016 Bajaj Platina ComforTec could become the most fuel efficient bike in the country. The new Platina is even more fuel efficient than the Platina ES (regular) and CT100B (99.1 KMPL). It’s safe to guess that this bike will return around 80 KMPL in real world conditions.

City

81 KMPL

Highway

82 KMPL

Claimed

104 KMPL

2016 Bajaj Platina ComforTec Specifications

Bajaj is yet to reveal the technical specifications of this bike. However, we know that the Platina ComforTec gets a 102 cc DTS-I engine. This engine is mated to a 4 speed manual transmission. It is safe to guess the engine outputs 8.2 PS at 7,500 rpm and 8.6 Nm at 5,000 rpm.

ComforTec gets long-travel suspension for added comfort

Engine

102 CC Single cylinder 2 value DTSI

Peak power

8.2 PS @ 7500 RPM

Peak Torque

8.6 Nm @ 5000 RPM

Transmission

4 speed manual

Top speed

90 KMPH

Fuel supply

Carburettor

Front Suspension

Hydraulic, Telescopic suspension

Rear Suspension

Trailing arm with hydraulic shock absorber

Front Tyre

2.75 x 17, 41 P

Rear Tyre

3.00 x 17, 50 P

Front Brakes

110 mm drum

Rear Brakes

110 mm drum

Fuel Tank Capacity

11.5 litres

Length

2000 mm

Width

840 mm

Height

1060 mm

Wheelbase

1255 mm

Ground Clearance

190 mm

2016 Bajaj Platina ComforTec Features

The 2016 Bajaj Platina ComforTec is an entry-level bike. Hence, it isn’t a feature-rich product. However, there are enough highlights of the 2016 Platina ComforTec to let it stand out. Bajaj insists that the new Platina has 28 per cent longer front suspension travel. It also gets 22 per cent longer rear suspension travel. This will help the bike have 20 percent less jerks than segment-leading motorcycle. The seat is also more comfortable and the footpads get extra rubber. Here are some features highlights-

Alloy Wheels

Electric Start

Long Travel Suspension

Soft Seat

New Decals

Rubber Footpegs

Features list includes bits like an Electric Start; Also Cheaper to Run and Service

Bajaj claims that the Platina ComforTec is also more affordable to maintain. It has a service interval of 5,000 kms. The oil change interval has been kept at 10,000 kms. Bajaj claims that the new bike requires 65 percent less maintenance.

Stay tuned to CarBlogIndia for more on the 2016 Bajaj Platina ComforTec.

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